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The Sun
7 hours ago
- Health
- The Sun
New health clinic to be built in Betong
KUCHING: A health clinic costing RM16 million will be built in the Simpang Layar area of Betong, said Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the clinic would complement two other proposed medical facilities in the Spaoh area of Betong - a RM36 million clinic and a RM5 million haemodialysis centre. Uggah attributed these developments to the establishment of the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). 'We have seen many high-impact projects coming our way. Another project we are eagerly anticipating is the completion of the road from Sri Aman to Betong town. 'This road, which is part of the Second Trunk Road project, is expected to be completed next year and will reduce travel time between the two towns to about 30 minutes,' he said in a statement today. Uggah reiterated that he would continue to focus on creating more income-generating economic activities and promoting education excellence in Betong. 'We view modern farming as the way forward. Toward this end, we have identified an area of 1,000 acres for our agro park, and we have also identified several companies to spearhead the development with landowners,' he added.
Barnama
8 hours ago
- Health
- Barnama
New Health Clinic To Be Built In Betong
REGION - SARAWAK > NEWS KUCHING, June 28 (Bernama) -- A health clinic costing RM16 million will be built in the Simpang Layar area of Betong, said Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the clinic would complement two other proposed medical facilities in the Spaoh area of Betong - a RM36 million clinic and a RM5 million haemodialysis centre. Uggah attributed these developments to the establishment of the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). bootstrap slideshow 'We have seen many high-impact projects coming our way. Another project we are eagerly anticipating is the completion of the road from Sri Aman to Betong town. 'This road, which is part of the Second Trunk Road project, is expected to be completed next year and will reduce travel time between the two towns to about 30 minutes,' he said in a statement today. Uggah reiterated that he would continue to focus on creating more income-generating economic activities and promoting education excellence in Betong. 'We view modern farming as the way forward. Toward this end, we have identified an area of 1,000 acres for our agro park, and we have also identified several companies to spearhead the development with landowners,' he added. -- BERNAMA
Borneo Post
8 hours ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak govt's RM1 mln contribution completes funding for St Peter's Church
Uggah (second left) presents the RM1 million cheque to Poh (centre) as additional aid for the construction of St Peter's Church, Padungan. Also seen are (from left) Unifor director Datuk Georgina Apphia Ngau, St Peter's Church Rector Rev Vincent Chin, and Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. – Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (June 28): The Sarawak government has contributed an additional RM1 million to the building fund of St Peter's Church, Padungan, marking the final financial boost needed to complete the RM38 million construction of the new church. The cheque was handed over during the church's official opening ceremony today, in a gesture of continued support for religious harmony and development in the state. 'On behalf of the Sarawak government, we will be handing over a RM1 million cheque to the church in further aid to the building fund,' said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in a text of speech read by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Abang Johari congratulated the Catholic community on the successful completion of the iconic house of worship. 'This is not just a place for prayer and reflection, it is a symbol of vision, resilience, and deep-rooted faith. 'Located in the very centre of Kuching, the presence of St. Peter's Church, among other religious houses in close proximity, is a powerful testament to the religious harmony and unity that Sarawak is so proud to uphold,' he said. The church's completion was made possible through a combination of donations, government funding, and community support, with much of the fundraising effort taking place amid the challenges of the pandemic. Poh speaks to reporters when met at the event. – Photo by Roystein Emmor Speaking to reporters after the ceremony, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Kuching Datuk Dr Simon Poh said the total cost of the building was RM38 million. 'Yes, so from the overall initial planning it was RM38 million and then you know the pandemic knocked out all the donors and pledgers so we had to start from zero again,' he said. Poh acknowledged the critical role of the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), which had earlier contributed RM2 million through two separate cheques presented in the past two years. 'And then today is the final cheque,' he said. According to him, the RM1 million presented today brought the total contribution from the Sarawak government through Unifor to RM3 million. 'With this last RM1 million, today we received a total of RM3 million from the Sarawak government through Unifor. We have enough just to cover everything and pay everything so tomorrow we will consecrate the whole church together,' he said. While some minor funding is still needed for furnishings and interior work, Poh said the contract sum for construction is now fully covered. 'The smaller things like furnishing and interior work still need to be done, but the building, the contract sum, everything is cleared. With the last RM1 million coming in, we can cover everything,' he added. The Archbishop noted that support had come not just from Catholics but from many other communities and faiths in Sarawak. 'This church stands more than just the church for the Catholic because people from all walks of life are looking and saying wow this is in Kuching. It's amazing that we don't need to go to Europe to see a very nice church here,' he said. Poh said the church had become a new landmark symbolising unity and mutual respect among Sarawakians. 'This became a landmark for a sign of our desire for harmony, contributing to society and building a better Sarawak for peace, for harmony, as a model for other parts of Malaysia and for the world,' he added. Built entirely using local materials and expertise, the church also showcases Sarawak's growing capabilities in architecture and construction, said Poh. 'This is the beginning of something that's possible. So Anak Sarawak out there, those graduating in a few years, by 2030, they can come back. We believe Sarawak will provide employment and continue contributing to peace, harmony, and progress.' The consecration of the new St Peter's Church is scheduled to take place tomorrow. building fund douglas uggah embas sarawak government St Peter's Church
Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
New RM99.9 mln road project in Kapit to benefit 11 longhouses, 219 families
Uggah (centre) and others give their thumbs-up to the new road project set to boost Kapit rural connectivity. KAPIT (June 26): The proposed Jalan Nanga Ibau/Ulu Sungai Ibau project, valued at RM99.9 million, is expected to significantly improve rural connectivity and uplift the socio-economic conditions of interior communities, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the project, involving the construction of approximately 12.5 kilometres of new road and two spur roads, would feature three reinforced steel joist bridges (each 3.7 metres wide), reinforced concrete culverts, drainage systems, geotechnical works, earthworks, and the installation of road furniture. With a construction period of 36 months, the road will directly benefit 11 longhouses comprising 219 families, and improve access to the Nanga Ibau Health Clinic as well as two rural schools – SK Nanga Ibau and SK Nanga Segenok, he added. 'This road project will bring long-term socio-economic benefits to the local community. 'It is part of ongoing efforts to advance the rural development agenda in a comprehensive manner, aimed at providing convenient connectivity for rural communities,' he said during the earth-breaking ceremony earlier today. Uggah, who is also State Infrastructure and Port Development Minister, also expressed appreciation to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari for allocating significant funding to accelerate rural infrastructure development. Under the State Infrastructure and Port Development Ministry, he noted that 40 state-funded projects are currently being implemented in the Kapit Division. 'The total allocation for all these projects is RM1.233 billion. Of this, 19 projects have been fully completed, while five projects worth RM116 million are currently under construction. 'These include road and bridge developments that are much needed by the rural population. 'The remaining 16 projects, worth RM721 million, are expected to be tendered within this year,' he said, affirming the state government's commitment to ensuring development in rural areas like Kapit. He also urged contractors to commit fully to their work and strictly follow contract terms regarding schedules, specifications, and costs. 'As the project implementing agency, JKR (Public Works Department) Kapit must also ensure this project is handled transparently and efficiently,' he said. On the use of former logging roads, Uggah said the state government is upgrading inactive routes to serve as vital links for economic and social development in Kapit's interior. The Kapit Resident Office had requested RM60 million for this purpose, and RM27 million has been approved to begin upgrading works. An additional RM100 million has been allocated under the 2026 state budget for further road repairs across the region. 'With this approach, it is hoped that the PCDS (Post Covid-19 Development Strategy) 2030 target will be achieved as soon as possible,' he said. Uggah also called on longhouse communities and landowners to support the contractor to ensure smooth project implementation. He stressed that once completed, the road will reduce travel distances and enable landowners to develop idle land, unlocking new economic opportunities and improving quality of life in the area. douglas uggah embas economy Kapit new road rural
Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
40 Infrastructure Projects For Kapit
KAPIT, June 26 (Bernama) -- A total of 40 infrastructure projects fully funded by the Sarawak government are being and will be implemented in the Kapit Division under the supervision of the Sarawak Ministry of Infrastructure and Port Development. Sarawak Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that all the projects involved an allocation of RM1.233 billion as part of the state government's ongoing efforts to drive rural development. "Of the total, 19 projects have been fully completed while five others are currently being implemented with a total cost of RM116 million covering the construction of roads and bridges that are much needed by the rural population," he said. According to him, the remaining 16 projects worth RM721 million are expected to be tendered this year. "This reflects the Sarawak Government's continued commitment to ensuring that development is implemented comprehensively, especially in rural areas like Kapit," he said when officiating the groundbreaking ceremony for the Nanga Ibau/Ulu Sungai Ibau road here, today. Uggah, who is also the Minister of Finance and New Economy II, said the road project involves the construction of a 12.5-kilometre road according to JKR R1 standards with a total value of RM99.9 million. The project also includes the construction of two spur roads, three iron bridges, earthworks, the installation of concrete under-road water channels (culverts), a drainage system and the installation of road equipment. He added that the project is scheduled to be completed within 36 months starting May 5, 2025, and is expected to benefit 11 longhouses involving 219 doors and almost 1,900 residents. "This project will also provide better access to the Nanga Ibau Health Clinic and two primary schools, namely SK Nanga Ibau and SK Nanga Segenok," he explained.
